Nutrients
This mineral helps produce red blood cells and provide oxygen to our body
Iron
What is the first step in comparison shopping?
Differentiate between needs vs. wants
What key component of a nutrition label indicates the amount of food that the nutritional information is based on?
serving size
A food that has been commercially processed to make it more convenient to use is called a ______________
Convenience Food
This mineral helps produce red blood cells and prevent birth defects
Folate
This basic nutrient provides energy to our body
Carbohydrates
generic; brand name
A macronutrient needed to maintain bone and muscle health.
Protein
Is frozen juice concentrate an example of a basic, complex, or manufactured food?
basic
A unit of measurement used to define the amount of energy a food provides the body.
calories
A portion of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by digestive enzymes.
Fiber
the tendency to prefer purchasing from a particular brand because of prior positive experience with its quality is known as:
brand loyalty
Daily Value %
Is Mac and cheese an example of a basic, complex, or manufactured food?
complex
What does "TSP" stand for in convenience foods?
textured-soy protein
Explain the different between water soluble and fat soluble vitamins
Water soluble dissolves in the body through water (vitamin B and C) while fat soluble dissolves in the body through fat (vitamins A, D, E, & K)
What key question should consumers ask when analyzing advertisements?
if the advertisement is exaggerating the benefits or claims about the product
This macronutrient provides energy, stores energy, and helps digest certain vitamins.
Fat
This type of convenience foods cannot be made at home
manufactured
Several ingredients with more time saving processing, are considered to be _________________ convenience foods
complex convenience foods
What are the six basic Nutrients that the human body needs to function properly?
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water
What are five factors to consider when making a purchase decision?
2. quality
3. appearance/packaging
4. brand loyalty
5. personal preference
Summarize why it's important to use nutrition labels
So consumers can pay attention to their dietary needs
What are the three main reasons for convenience foods?
1. longer shelf life
2. reduce meal prep
3. location
Why should you make your own convenience foods?
If we plan meals ahead of time, then we have leftovers to use later in the week to use as convenience foods.